Highest-rated cheap eats in McAllen, according to Tripadvisor

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July 22, 2022
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Highest-rated cheap eats in McAllen, according to Tripadvisor

With the advent of Big Data, it's easier than ever to quantify what people like around the globe. And when it comes to food—particularly easy, cheap eats—Americans have very specific opinions. Dining brands in U.S. have a long and storied history, and whether they're fast food, fast-casual, high-end, or super cheap, American restaurants offer something for almost everyone.

Stacker compiled a list of the highest rated restaurants in McAllen that are listed as "cheap eats" on Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. Easy, inexpensive options here run the gamut of cuisine, service options, and styles. The restaurants on this list are chock-full of variety, mixing ethnicities, food regions, and cultures into steaming melting pots of deliciousness.

Anyone reading the list will surely see some favorite eateries and classic go-to restaurants. Keep reading to see if any of your favorite cheap eateries made the list.

#18. Mr Gatti's Pizza

- Rating: 3.5 / 5 (19 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (3.5/5), Service (3.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, Pizza
- Address: 4100 N 2nd St Ste 1000, McAllen, TX 78504
- Read more on Tripadvisor

#17. SouperSalad

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (16 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Soups
- Address: 4129 W Expressway 83, McAllen, TX 78503-8441
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#16. Golden Chick

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (11 reviews)
- Detailed ratings:
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites
- Address: 4501 N 23rd St, McAllen, TX 78504-0433
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#15. Ting's Wok

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (17 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (5.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Chinese, Asian
- Address: 901 S Jackson Rd, Pharr, TX 78577-6616
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#14. Corner Bakery Cafe

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (47 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Cafe
- Address: 4021 N 10th St Suite C4, McAllen, TX 78504-3002
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#13. El Pollo Loco

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (18 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, Mexican
- Address: 601 W Nolana Ave, McAllen, TX 78501
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#12. Starlite Burger

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (13 reviews)
- Detailed ratings:
- Type of cuisine: American, Fast Food
- Address: 820 N 23rd St, McAllen, TX 78501-6851
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#11. Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (14 reviews)
- Detailed ratings:
- Type of cuisine: Fast Food
- Address: 2043 W Interstate 2, Pharr, TX 78577-0056
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#10. Taco Palenque North 10th

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (21 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, Mexican
- Address: 3020 N 10th St, McAllen, TX 78501-1919
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#9. Kusina

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (22 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Filipino, Asian
- Address: 6700 N 23rd St Suite D, McAllen, TX 78504-3848
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#8. Denny's

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (35 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Address: 1110 So 10th St, McAllen, TX 78501
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#7. Whataburger

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (46 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, American
- Address: 3520 N 10th St, McAllen, TX 78501-1932
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#6. Shipley Donuts

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (29 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Bakeries, American
- Address: 1501 N 10th St, McAllen, TX 78501-4320
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#5. Delia's

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (44 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Mexican
- Address: 825 W Ferguson St, Pharr, TX 78577-2415
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#4. Cowboy Chicken

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (55 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: not available
- Address: 1020 W Nolana Ave, McAllen, TX 78504-3746
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#3. Whataburger

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (67 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, American
- Address: 1419 S 10th Street, McAllen, TX 78501
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#2. Taco Palenque South 10th

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (169 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, Mexican
- Address: 1000 S 10th St, McAllen, TX 78501-5022
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#1. Delia's

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (467 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, Mexican
- Address: 3400 N 10th St, McAllen, TX 78501-1930
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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